You, and possibly other interns, will be paired up with a senior engineer at FIRST RF to engage in development of communication systems, radar systems, conformal antennas, space and navigation RF systems, and/or millimeter-wave RF systems. This development may involve any cycle of a product - from beginning concept to test and production. You will work as a key member within projects to accomplish tangible goals that will expand your professional experience and your technical skill set in an aerospace environment. These positions are designed for self starting individuals that enjoy challenges.
In this role you can expect the following:
- A fast-paced cross-disciplinary environment that requires excellent communication skills and a strong desire to take an active role in a team
- Mentors and peers you can seek out to tackle problems cooperatively
- Team members who will challenge you – and an expectation that you will challenge them
- Work given to you in areas you have never studied or experienced; we need you to be open and eager to develop skills in new areas
- A workplace where you will always have the tools you need to get the job done
- To get your hands dirty working with team in the design, fabrication and testing of our products
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office and laboratory environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers and photocopiers, as well as specialized test equipment such as vector network analyzers, signal generators, and spectrum analyzers.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. This would require the ability to lift lab equipment, open cabinets, and bend or stand on a stool as necessary. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a seasonal position at 8-40 hours per week. Typical office hours include Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm, however these hours will vary based on workload and the manager’s discretion.
Travel
None
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
About FIRST RF
FIRST RF is a fast-growing, multi-discipline, privately owned small business focused on engineering and manufacturing of advanced technologies - specifically in antennas and radio frequency (RF) systems. We are an energetic team empowered with world-class facilities and resources. We promote a culture which prioritizes innovation and responsiveness. By making bold investments in the development of groundbreaking technologies, FIRST RF has fielded award-winning products ranging from revolutionary passive antennas to highly complex, active antenna systems.
We offer all employees four weeks of PTO each year, flexible scheduling, tuition reimbursement, up to 6% 401k match, and 100% employer-paid healthcare, dental and vision plans.
AAP/EEO Statement
We do not discriminate on the basis age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other applicable status protected by state or local law. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions are based on job-related factors.
